| Category: | Commentaries & Reference |
| Format: | Hardcover w/ Jacket |
| Page Count: | 704 |
| Size: | 6.0 in x 9.0 in |
| Weight: | 38.09 ounces |
| ISBN-10: | 1-4335-3359-6 |
| ISBN-13: | 978-1-4335-3359-4 |
| ISBN-UPC: | 9781433533594 |
| Case Quantity: | 12 |
| Published: | January 14, 2025 |
The Psalms: Rejoice, the Lord Is King
Volume 2, Psalms 42 to 106
By James A. Johnston, Series edited by R. Kent Hughes
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The Psalms: Rejoice, the Lord Is King
Volume 2, Psalms 42 to 106
By James A. Johnston, Series edited by R. Kent Hughes
Volume 2 of Preaching the Word’s Accessible Commentary on the Psalms Explores Chapters 42–106
The Psalms is one of the most widely loved books of the Bible. A source of instruction for our prayers, inspiration for our songs, and consolation for our tears, these biblical poems resound with the whole spectrum of human emotion and teach us to hope in God each and every day. In the second volume of a 3-part commentary on the Psalms, pastor James Johnston walks readers through chapters 42–106, offering exegetical and pastoral insights along the way.
Edited by R. Kent Hughes, the Preaching the Word expository series is an essential resource for anyone interested in studying, teaching, or preaching the Bible.
- Expository Commentary on the Psalms: In-depth study explores more than 60 individual psalms and explains how they fit together in Scripture
- Accessible: Written by pastors for pastors, this commentary is also an accessible resource for students and laypeople
- Part of the Preaching the Word Series: This is volume 2 of a 3-part commentary on the Psalms; volumes for other books of the Bible are also available
Author:
James Johnston (PhD, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) is senior pastor of Camelback Bible Church in Paradise Valley, Arizona. He has led workshops on expository preaching for over fifteen years and is an instructor for the Charles Simeon Trust. He and his wife, Lisa, have four children.
Product Details
Table of Contents
A Word to Those Who Preach the Word
Introduction
1 When God Feels Far Away (Psalms 42, 43) 13
2 When Good Christians Suffer (Psalm 44) 23
3 A Wedding Song (Psalm 45) 33
4 God Is Our Refuge (Psalm 46) 43
5 Rejoice, the Lord Is King! (Psalm 47) 53
6 The City of God (Psalm 48) 61
7 The Folly and Futility of Trusting in Money (Psalm 49) 69
8 In God’s Courtroom (Psalm 50) 79
9 Create in Me a Clean Heart (Psalm 51) 89
10 Trusting God through Tragedy (Psalm 52) 99
11 All Have Sinned (Psalm 53) 109
12 Strangers Are against Me (Psalm 54) 119
13 Betrayed (Psalm 55) 127
14 What Can Man Do to Me? (Psalm 56) 137
15 I Will Sing Praise (Psalm 57) 145
16 He Judges All Judges (Psalm 58) 153
17 Trapped and Surrounded (Psalm 59) 163
18 Faith before Victory (Psalm 60) 173
19 Safe to the Rock (Psalm 61) 183
20 Quiet Confidence (Psalm 62) 191
21 Better Than Life (Psalm 63) 201
22 God Turns the Tables (Psalm 64) 209
23 The Hope of All the Earth (Psalm 65) 219
24 An Invitation to the World (Psalm 66) 227
25 Let the Nations Be Glad (Psalm 67)
26 The King’s Procession (Psalm 68) 245
27 Man of Sorrows (Psalm 69) 255
28 An Urgent Prayer (Psalm 70) 265
29 Trusting God to the End (Psalm 71) 273
30 The King We Long For (Psalm 72) 283
31 A Crisis of Faith (Psalm 73) 293
32 A Prayer in the Ruins (Psalm 74) 303
33 Christ the Judge of All (Psalm 75) 311
34 The One to Be Feared (Psalm 76) 321
35 A Sleepless Night (Psalm 77) 329
36 The Law Can’t Save Us (Psalm 78) 337
37 Pour Out Your Anger (Psalm 79) 347
38 A Prayer for Revival (Psalm 80) 355
39 God’s Answer (Psalm 81) 363
40 Give Justice (Psalm 82) 371
41 Judgment and Hope (Psalm 83) 379
42 Longing for Home (Psalm 84) 389
43 Restore Us Again! (Psalm 85) 399
44 The Poor and Needy King (Psalm 86) 409
45 Zion, Glorious City of God (Psalm 87) 419
46 The Darkness of Death (Psalm 88) 429
47 Unkept Promises (Psalm 89) 439
48 The Everlasting God (Psalm 90) 449
49 The Shadow of the Almighty (Psalm 91) 457
50 A Song of Thanks (Psalm 92) 467
51 The Lord Reigns! (Psalm 93) 475
52 Getting Even (Psalm 94) 483
53 Two Invitations and a Warning (Psalm 95) 491
54 His Glory among the Nations! (Psalm 96) 499
55 Good News of Great Joy (Psalm 97)
56 Joy to the World! (Psalm 98)
57 Holy Joy (Psalm 99) 525
58 Shout for Joy (Psalm 100) 533
59 The King and His Kingdom (Psalm 101) 541
60 The Lord Builds Zion (Psalm 102) 549
61 Bless the Lord, O My Soul! (Psalm 103) 559
62 God Our Sustainer (Psalm 104) 567
63 God Keeps His Promises (Psalm 105) 575
64 Worship Our Merciful God (Psalm 106)
Notes
Scripture Index
General Index
Index of Sermon Illustrations
Endorsements
“James Johnston’s masterful exposition of the Psalms is theologically rich, pastorally wise, and spiritually rewarding. He clearly explains the distinctiveness of each psalm and then shows, in the light of the New Testament, how each psalm ultimately points forward to fulfillment in Christ. Even Christians who have read the Psalms for their entire lives, as I have, will find refreshing new insight in page after page of this excellent book!”
Wayne Grudem, Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus of Theology and Biblical Studies, Phoenix Seminary
“Psalms will be a treasured volume in this series. The original text is taken seriously and the gospel is made clear. In reading it, my own affections for Christ were delightfully energized. Johnston weds his love for God’s poetry to his heart, which is so joyfully pledged to God’s people.”
David R. Helm, Senior Pastor, Christ Church Chicago; Chairman, The Charles Simeon Trust
“While being sensitive to the original historical context of the Psalms as the prayer and songbook of Israel, Johnston is keenly aware that there is a Christocentric end to which the Psalms point and a Son in whom they find fulfillment, who is Israel’s promised Messiah. Because of this, Johnston recognizes all the Psalms are messianic, and understood in this way means the Psalms are also the Christian’s prayer, song, and life book. Reading this commentary results in thanksgiving and worship. Johnston’s excellent commentary is a great addition to the Preaching the Word series. I commend it to you as both an aid to your preaching and as a companion to your devotional reading and praying of the Psalms.”
Gregory C. Strand, Executive Director of Theology and Credentialing, Evangelical Free Church of America; Adjunct Professor of Pastoral Theology, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
“More excellent fodder for sermons from this first-rate resource for preachers.”
Josh Moody, Senior Pastor, College Church, Wheaton, Illinois; President, God Centered Life Ministries